Lobelia cardinalis Bees Flame is a clump-forming perennial that produces spires of vivid crimson-red, large, tubular flowers from mid-summer to mid-autumn. With deep plum-coloured stems, beetroot-red foliage and upright spires of bright scarlet flowers it is well suited to a hot colour scheme.

Late summer flowering. Sunny, moist position and may need some winter protection. Height & spread: 80cm x 50cm (32″ x 20″).